Can I take the property back to live in myself?
There is a ground for a landlord or close family member moving in. It cannot be used in the first months of a tenancy, requires a set notice period, and the property must not simply be re-let to another tenant afterwards.
3 min read · Updated 2 August 2026
Overview
There is a ground for a landlord or close family member moving in. It cannot be used in the first months of a tenancy, requires a set notice period, and the property must not simply be re-let to another tenant afterwards.
Practical guidance
- Name the person who will occupy and their relationship to you in your records.
- Diarise the earliest date the ground becomes available.
- Expect the court to test whether the intention is genuine, so keep the paper trail.
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General information for UK landlords and letting agents, not legal advice. Rules differ across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland — check your local requirements or take advice before acting.